RE: [info-tech] Skype
We have several people using Skype, and have really had no issues, other than a dropped call here and there and some bad video once in a while. In fact, we are teaching a class over it to 5 kids somewhere on the east side of the state. No real big problems. Definitely a program that we could use more of!!! We are using Lightspeed for content filtering. Have a great, beautiful weekend!!! Jeremy From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Jim Kerns Sent: Friday, November 12, 2010 9:45 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: [info-tech] Skype Quick question: Who uses Skype, and do you have any issues getting the traffic past your content filter? Our content filter stops it as P2P traffic (which it really is...). I could get past that if I could use a specific port, but Skype is all over the place on ports, and you can only set a static inbound port, not outbound. I am working with the vendor (Deep Nines), but I am curious what others are doing. Google Talk anyone? Jim Kerns Spencer Community Schools 23 East 7th St P.O. Box 200 Spencer, Iowa 51301 jke...@spencer.k12.ia.usmailto:jke...@spencer.k12.ia.us 712.262.0339 ext. 1022 FAX 712.262.1116 [cid:image001.jpg@01CB824E.F35CB430] inline: image001.jpg
re: [info-tech] Skype
We use Skype quite a bit here, and have seen no major problems (technical ones, anyway). We've never really had any trouble with Skype traffic getting through, and I'm not sure why, really, because I don't feel like I've done anything special to make it work. Our firewall setup is simple, and our content filters are fairly open. --- Timothy A. Limbert Technology Coordinator Newell-Fonda CSD 712.272.3324 --- http://newell-fondatech.blogspot.com Twitter: limbert65 Onverse avatar SurdeahP Onverse address Metroview Penthouse 15, house #1. From: Jim Kerns jke...@spencer.k12.ia.us Sent: Friday, November 12, 2010 9:46 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: [info-tech] Skype Quick question: Who uses Skype, and do you have any issues getting the traffic past your content filter? Our content filter stops it as P2P traffic (which it really is...). I could get past that if I could use a specific port, but Skype is all over the place on ports, and you can only set a static inbound port, not outbound. I am working with the vendor (Deep Nines), but I am curious what others are doing. Google Talk anyone? Jim Kerns Spencer Community Schools 23 East 7th St P.O. Box 200 Spencer, Iowa 51301 jke...@spencer.k12.ia.us 712.262.0339 ext. 1022 FAX 712.262.1116
Re: [info-tech] Skype
Using Skype with no issues here. In fact, the high school just had a conversation with a P.E. teacher over in England on Wed. of this week. I'm using SonicWall. Have a good one, Craig Rowedder Director of Technology Carroll Community School District --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ -
RE: [info-tech] Skype
Karl, I wrote a specific rule for Skype at SL, basically allow tcp port 80, 443 and udp port 80, 443 to the following 204.9.163.162 and 78.141.177.7. Dan Davis Network Administrator Spirit Lake Comm School District (712)336-3707 ext. 1300 dda...@spirit-lake.k12.ia.us -Original Message- From: Karl Hehr [mailto:karl_h...@s-hamilton.k12.ia.us] Sent: Tuesday, April 06, 2010 11:15 AM To: Info-Tech Subject: [info-tech] Skype We are going to pilot allowing Skype on student/teacher laptops, but something is getting blocked. Do any of you guys know what URLs and ports that Skype uses? Karl H. Hehr Technology/Curriculum Director South Hamilton CSD www.s-hamilton.k12.ia.us 515.827.5418 (W) 515.209.9767 (C) 515.827.5368 (F) Luddite by Degrees 1) Anything that is in the world when you're born is normal and ordinary and is just a natural part of the way the world works. 2) Anything that's invented between when you're 15 and 35 is new and exciting and revolutionary and you can probably get a career in it. 3) Anything invented after you're 35 is again the natural order of things --- Douglas Adams --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ -
[info-tech] Skype
We are going to pilot allowing Skype on student/teacher laptops, but something is getting blocked. Do any of you guys know what URLs and ports that Skype uses? Karl H. Hehr Technology/Curriculum Director South Hamilton CSD www.s-hamilton.k12.ia.us 515.827.5418 (W) 515.209.9767 (C) 515.827.5368 (F) Luddite by Degrees 1) Anything that is in the world when you're born is normal and ordinary and is just a natural part of the way the world works. 2) Anything that's invented between when you're 15 and 35 is new and exciting and revolutionary and you can probably get a career in it. 3) Anything invented after you're 35 is again the natural order of things --- Douglas Adams --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ -
RE: [info-tech] Skype
You should just have to unblock www.skype.com. That is all I did with Lightspeed. Mitch Mueller Network Administrator Emmetsburg Community Schools 205 King Street Emmetsburg, Ia 50536 mmuel...@emmetsburg.k12.ia.us http://www.emmetsburg.k12.ia.us http://ehawktech.blogspot.com Twitter: mmueller0926 -Original Message- From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Karl Hehr Sent: Tuesday, April 06, 2010 11:15 AM To: Info-Tech Subject: [info-tech] Skype We are going to pilot allowing Skype on student/teacher laptops, but something is getting blocked. Do any of you guys know what URLs and ports that Skype uses? Karl H. Hehr Technology/Curriculum Director South Hamilton CSD www.s-hamilton.k12.ia.us 515.827.5418 (W) 515.209.9767 (C) 515.827.5368 (F) Luddite by Degrees 1) Anything that is in the world when you're born is normal and ordinary and is just a natural part of the way the world works. 2) Anything that's invented between when you're 15 and 35 is new and exciting and revolutionary and you can probably get a career in it. 3) Anything invented after you're 35 is again the natural order of things --- Douglas Adams --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ -
Re: [info-tech] Skype
There appears to be more to it than that. Students can get to Skype.com but cannot log into the skype application. I think that the authentication process redirects to another domain, but I can't verify this. Karl H. Technology/Curriculum Director South Hamilton CSD www.s-hamilton.k12.ia.us 515.827.5418 (W) 515.209.9767 (C) 515.827.5368 (F) Luddite by Degrees 1) Anything that is in the world when you're born is normal and ordinary and is just a natural part of the way the world works. 2) Anything that's invented between when you're 15 and 35 is new and exciting and revolutionary and you can probably get a career in it. 3) Anything invented after you're 35 is again the natural order of things --- Douglas Adams On Apr 6, 2010, at 11:23 AM, Mitch Mueller wrote: You should just have to unblock www.skype.com. That is all I did with Lightspeed. Mitch Mueller Network Administrator Emmetsburg Community Schools 205 King Street Emmetsburg, Ia 50536 mmuel...@emmetsburg.k12.ia.us http://www.emmetsburg.k12.ia.us http://ehawktech.blogspot.com Twitter: mmueller0926 -Original Message- From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us ] On Behalf Of Karl Hehr Sent: Tuesday, April 06, 2010 11:15 AM To: Info-Tech Subject: [info-tech] Skype We are going to pilot allowing Skype on student/teacher laptops, but something is getting blocked. Do any of you guys know what URLs and ports that Skype uses? Karl H. Hehr Technology/Curriculum Director South Hamilton CSD www.s-hamilton.k12.ia.us 515.827.5418 (W) 515.209.9767 (C) 515.827.5368 (F) Luddite by Degrees 1) Anything that is in the world when you're born is normal and ordinary and is just a natural part of the way the world works. 2) Anything that's invented between when you're 15 and 35 is new and exciting and revolutionary and you can probably get a career in it. 3) Anything invented after you're 35 is again the natural order of things --- Douglas Adams --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ -
RE: [info-tech] Skype
Find a computer that has been blocked. Enter its name in the search window (Reports-Content filter-Blocked Content), then have them try again, then right click on Block Content (in the left column) and refresh it. Hopefully it will show the redirection. Usually it's an ip address that needs to be opened. Clear as Mud. There should be an ad flashing for Light Speed Training that's occurring at Jefferson-Scranton (talk to Tim Buenz). Hope it works, Murray -Original Message- From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Karl Hehr Sent: Tuesday, April 06, 2010 11:29 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: Re: [info-tech] Skype There appears to be more to it than that. Students can get to Skype.com but cannot log into the skype application. I think that the authentication process redirects to another domain, but I can't verify this. Karl H. Technology/Curriculum Director South Hamilton CSD www.s-hamilton.k12.ia.us 515.827.5418 (W) 515.209.9767 (C) 515.827.5368 (F) Luddite by Degrees 1) Anything that is in the world when you're born is normal and ordinary and is just a natural part of the way the world works. 2) Anything that's invented between when you're 15 and 35 is new and exciting and revolutionary and you can probably get a career in it. 3) Anything invented after you're 35 is again the natural order of things --- Douglas Adams On Apr 6, 2010, at 11:23 AM, Mitch Mueller wrote: You should just have to unblock www.skype.com. That is all I did with Lightspeed. Mitch Mueller Network Administrator Emmetsburg Community Schools 205 King Street Emmetsburg, Ia 50536 mmuel...@emmetsburg.k12.ia.us http://www.emmetsburg.k12.ia.us http://ehawktech.blogspot.com Twitter: mmueller0926 -Original Message- From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us ] On Behalf Of Karl Hehr Sent: Tuesday, April 06, 2010 11:15 AM To: Info-Tech Subject: [info-tech] Skype We are going to pilot allowing Skype on student/teacher laptops, but something is getting blocked. Do any of you guys know what URLs and ports that Skype uses? Karl H. Hehr Technology/Curriculum Director South Hamilton CSD www.s-hamilton.k12.ia.us 515.827.5418 (W) 515.209.9767 (C) 515.827.5368 (F) Luddite by Degrees 1) Anything that is in the world when you're born is normal and ordinary and is just a natural part of the way the world works. 2) Anything that's invented between when you're 15 and 35 is new and exciting and revolutionary and you can probably get a career in it. 3) Anything invented after you're 35 is again the natural order of things --- Douglas Adams --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ -
Re: [info-tech] Skype
Should have pointed out, we are not a LightSpeed school, we use SonicWall and 8e6 Karl H. Hehr Technology/Curriculum Director South Hamilton CSD www.s-hamilton.k12.ia.us 515.827.5418 (W) 515.209.9767 (C) 515.827.5368 (F) Luddite by Degrees 1) Anything that is in the world when you're born is normal and ordinary and is just a natural part of the way the world works. 2) Anything that's invented between when you're 15 and 35 is new and exciting and revolutionary and you can probably get a career in it. 3) Anything invented after you're 35 is again the natural order of things --- Douglas Adams On Apr 6, 2010, at 11:41 AM, Murray Gafkjen wrote: Find a computer that has been blocked. Enter its name in the search window (Reports-Content filter-Blocked Content), then have them try again, then right click on Block Content (in the left column) and refresh it. Hopefully it will show the redirection. Usually it's an ip address that needs to be opened. Clear as Mud. There should be an ad flashing for Light Speed Training that's occurring at Jefferson-Scranton (talk to Tim Buenz). Hope it works, Murray -Original Message- From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us ] On Behalf Of Karl Hehr Sent: Tuesday, April 06, 2010 11:29 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: Re: [info-tech] Skype There appears to be more to it than that. Students can get to Skype.com but cannot log into the skype application. I think that the authentication process redirects to another domain, but I can't verify this. Karl H. Technology/Curriculum Director South Hamilton CSD www.s-hamilton.k12.ia.us 515.827.5418 (W) 515.209.9767 (C) 515.827.5368 (F) Luddite by Degrees 1) Anything that is in the world when you're born is normal and ordinary and is just a natural part of the way the world works. 2) Anything that's invented between when you're 15 and 35 is new and exciting and revolutionary and you can probably get a career in it. 3) Anything invented after you're 35 is again the natural order of things --- Douglas Adams On Apr 6, 2010, at 11:23 AM, Mitch Mueller wrote: You should just have to unblock www.skype.com. That is all I did with Lightspeed. Mitch Mueller Network Administrator Emmetsburg Community Schools 205 King Street Emmetsburg, Ia 50536 mmuel...@emmetsburg.k12.ia.us http://www.emmetsburg.k12.ia.us http://ehawktech.blogspot.com Twitter: mmueller0926 -Original Message- From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us ] On Behalf Of Karl Hehr Sent: Tuesday, April 06, 2010 11:15 AM To: Info-Tech Subject: [info-tech] Skype We are going to pilot allowing Skype on student/teacher laptops, but something is getting blocked. Do any of you guys know what URLs and ports that Skype uses? Karl H. Hehr Technology/Curriculum Director South Hamilton CSD www.s-hamilton.k12.ia.us 515.827.5418 (W) 515.209.9767 (C) 515.827.5368 (F) Luddite by Degrees 1) Anything that is in the world when you're born is normal and ordinary and is just a natural part of the way the world works. 2) Anything that's invented between when you're 15 and 35 is new and exciting and revolutionary and you can probably get a career in it. 3) Anything invented after you're 35 is again the natural order of things --- Douglas Adams --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us
Re: [info-tech] Skype
probably an 8e6 issue or a double firewall issue as we are sonicwall and have no issues with skype. On Apr 6, 2010, at 1:09 PM, Karl Hehr wrote: Should have pointed out, we are not a LightSpeed school, we use SonicWall and 8e6 Karl H. Hehr Technology/Curriculum Director South Hamilton CSD www.s-hamilton.k12.ia.us 515.827.5418 (W) 515.209.9767 (C) 515.827.5368 (F) Luddite by Degrees 1) Anything that is in the world when you're born is normal and ordinary and is just a natural part of the way the world works. 2) Anything that's invented between when you're 15 and 35 is new and exciting and revolutionary and you can probably get a career in it. 3) Anything invented after you're 35 is again the natural order of things --- Douglas Adams On Apr 6, 2010, at 11:41 AM, Murray Gafkjen wrote: Find a computer that has been blocked. Enter its name in the search window (Reports-Content filter-Blocked Content), then have them try again, then right click on Block Content (in the left column) and refresh it. Hopefully it will show the redirection. Usually it's an ip address that needs to be opened. Clear as Mud. There should be an ad flashing for Light Speed Training that's occurring at Jefferson-Scranton (talk to Tim Buenz). Hope it works, Murray -Original Message- From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us ] On Behalf Of Karl Hehr Sent: Tuesday, April 06, 2010 11:29 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: Re: [info-tech] Skype There appears to be more to it than that. Students can get to Skype.com but cannot log into the skype application. I think that the authentication process redirects to another domain, but I can't verify this. Karl H. Technology/Curriculum Director South Hamilton CSD www.s-hamilton.k12.ia.us 515.827.5418 (W) 515.209.9767 (C) 515.827.5368 (F) Luddite by Degrees 1) Anything that is in the world when you're born is normal and ordinary and is just a natural part of the way the world works. 2) Anything that's invented between when you're 15 and 35 is new and exciting and revolutionary and you can probably get a career in it. 3) Anything invented after you're 35 is again the natural order of things --- Douglas Adams On Apr 6, 2010, at 11:23 AM, Mitch Mueller wrote: You should just have to unblock www.skype.com. That is all I did with Lightspeed. Mitch Mueller Network Administrator Emmetsburg Community Schools 205 King Street Emmetsburg, Ia 50536 mmuel...@emmetsburg.k12.ia.us http://www.emmetsburg.k12.ia.us http://ehawktech.blogspot.com Twitter: mmueller0926 -Original Message- From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us ] On Behalf Of Karl Hehr Sent: Tuesday, April 06, 2010 11:15 AM To: Info-Tech Subject: [info-tech] Skype We are going to pilot allowing Skype on student/teacher laptops, but something is getting blocked. Do any of you guys know what URLs and ports that Skype uses? Karl H. Hehr Technology/Curriculum Director South Hamilton CSD www.s-hamilton.k12.ia.us 515.827.5418 (W) 515.209.9767 (C) 515.827.5368 (F) Luddite by Degrees 1) Anything that is in the world when you're born is normal and ordinary and is just a natural part of the way the world works. 2) Anything that's invented between when you're 15 and 35 is new and exciting and revolutionary and you can probably get a career in it. 3) Anything invented after you're 35 is again the natural order of things --- Douglas Adams --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us
Re: [info-tech] Skype
I am 100% sure the 8e6 box is causing the issue, but the 8e6 is just doing content filtering and has no firewall rules so no ports are being blocked at that level. What I am trying to trackdown is... when Skype authenticates does it only talk with a Skype.com domain or is it something like iTunes and connects to akami.net or some other redirect. Karl H. Hehr Technology/Curriculum Director South Hamilton CSD www.s-hamilton.k12.ia.us 515.827.5418 (W) 515.209.9767 (C) 515.827.5368 (F) Luddite by Degrees 1) Anything that is in the world when you're born is normal and ordinary and is just a natural part of the way the world works. 2) Anything that's invented between when you're 15 and 35 is new and exciting and revolutionary and you can probably get a career in it. 3) Anything invented after you're 35 is again the natural order of things --- Douglas Adams On Apr 6, 2010, at 1:35 PM, Lance Lennon wrote: probably an 8e6 issue or a double firewall issue as we are sonicwall and have no issues with skype. On Apr 6, 2010, at 1:09 PM, Karl Hehr wrote: Should have pointed out, we are not a LightSpeed school, we use SonicWall and 8e6 Karl H. Hehr Technology/Curriculum Director South Hamilton CSD www.s-hamilton.k12.ia.us 515.827.5418 (W) 515.209.9767 (C) 515.827.5368 (F) Luddite by Degrees 1) Anything that is in the world when you're born is normal and ordinary and is just a natural part of the way the world works. 2) Anything that's invented between when you're 15 and 35 is new and exciting and revolutionary and you can probably get a career in it. 3) Anything invented after you're 35 is again the natural order of things --- Douglas Adams On Apr 6, 2010, at 11:41 AM, Murray Gafkjen wrote: Find a computer that has been blocked. Enter its name in the search window (Reports-Content filter-Blocked Content), then have them try again, then right click on Block Content (in the left column) and refresh it. Hopefully it will show the redirection. Usually it's an ip address that needs to be opened. Clear as Mud. There should be an ad flashing for Light Speed Training that's occurring at Jefferson-Scranton (talk to Tim Buenz). Hope it works, Murray -Original Message- From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us ] On Behalf Of Karl Hehr Sent: Tuesday, April 06, 2010 11:29 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: Re: [info-tech] Skype There appears to be more to it than that. Students can get to Skype.com but cannot log into the skype application. I think that the authentication process redirects to another domain, but I can't verify this. Karl H. Technology/Curriculum Director South Hamilton CSD www.s-hamilton.k12.ia.us 515.827.5418 (W) 515.209.9767 (C) 515.827.5368 (F) Luddite by Degrees 1) Anything that is in the world when you're born is normal and ordinary and is just a natural part of the way the world works. 2) Anything that's invented between when you're 15 and 35 is new and exciting and revolutionary and you can probably get a career in it. 3) Anything invented after you're 35 is again the natural order of things --- Douglas Adams On Apr 6, 2010, at 11:23 AM, Mitch Mueller wrote: You should just have to unblock www.skype.com. That is all I did with Lightspeed. Mitch Mueller Network Administrator Emmetsburg Community Schools 205 King Street Emmetsburg, Ia 50536 mmuel...@emmetsburg.k12.ia.us http://www.emmetsburg.k12.ia.us http://ehawktech.blogspot.com Twitter: mmueller0926 -Original Message- From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us ] On Behalf Of Karl Hehr Sent: Tuesday, April 06, 2010 11:15 AM To: Info-Tech Subject: [info-tech] Skype We are going to pilot allowing Skype on student/teacher laptops, but something is getting blocked. Do any of you guys know what URLs and ports that Skype uses? Karl H. Hehr Technology/Curriculum Director South Hamilton CSD www.s-hamilton.k12.ia.us 515.827.5418 (W) 515.209.9767 (C) 515.827.5368 (F) Luddite by Degrees 1) Anything that is in the world when you're born is normal and ordinary and is just a natural part of the way the world works. 2) Anything that's invented between when you're 15 and 35 is new and exciting and revolutionary and you can probably get a career in it. 3) Anything invented after you're 35 is again the natural order of things --- Douglas Adams --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us
RE: [info-tech] Skype
A while back we blocked skype through the Cisco router. If you have Cisco, there could be in the Config... just a thought. Murray -Original Message- From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Karl Hehr Sent: Tuesday, April 06, 2010 1:42 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: Re: [info-tech] Skype I am 100% sure the 8e6 box is causing the issue, but the 8e6 is just doing content filtering and has no firewall rules so no ports are being blocked at that level. What I am trying to trackdown is... when Skype authenticates does it only talk with a Skype.com domain or is it something like iTunes and connects to akami.net or some other redirect. Karl H. Hehr Technology/Curriculum Director South Hamilton CSD www.s-hamilton.k12.ia.us 515.827.5418 (W) 515.209.9767 (C) 515.827.5368 (F) Luddite by Degrees 1) Anything that is in the world when you're born is normal and ordinary and is just a natural part of the way the world works. 2) Anything that's invented between when you're 15 and 35 is new and exciting and revolutionary and you can probably get a career in it. 3) Anything invented after you're 35 is again the natural order of things --- Douglas Adams On Apr 6, 2010, at 1:35 PM, Lance Lennon wrote: probably an 8e6 issue or a double firewall issue as we are sonicwall and have no issues with skype. On Apr 6, 2010, at 1:09 PM, Karl Hehr wrote: Should have pointed out, we are not a LightSpeed school, we use SonicWall and 8e6 Karl H. Hehr Technology/Curriculum Director South Hamilton CSD www.s-hamilton.k12.ia.us 515.827.5418 (W) 515.209.9767 (C) 515.827.5368 (F) Luddite by Degrees 1) Anything that is in the world when you're born is normal and ordinary and is just a natural part of the way the world works. 2) Anything that's invented between when you're 15 and 35 is new and exciting and revolutionary and you can probably get a career in it. 3) Anything invented after you're 35 is again the natural order of things --- Douglas Adams On Apr 6, 2010, at 11:41 AM, Murray Gafkjen wrote: Find a computer that has been blocked. Enter its name in the search window (Reports-Content filter-Blocked Content), then have them try again, then right click on Block Content (in the left column) and refresh it. Hopefully it will show the redirection. Usually it's an ip address that needs to be opened. Clear as Mud. There should be an ad flashing for Light Speed Training that's occurring at Jefferson-Scranton (talk to Tim Buenz). Hope it works, Murray -Original Message- From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us ] On Behalf Of Karl Hehr Sent: Tuesday, April 06, 2010 11:29 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: Re: [info-tech] Skype There appears to be more to it than that. Students can get to Skype.com but cannot log into the skype application. I think that the authentication process redirects to another domain, but I can't verify this. Karl H. Technology/Curriculum Director South Hamilton CSD www.s-hamilton.k12.ia.us 515.827.5418 (W) 515.209.9767 (C) 515.827.5368 (F) Luddite by Degrees 1) Anything that is in the world when you're born is normal and ordinary and is just a natural part of the way the world works. 2) Anything that's invented between when you're 15 and 35 is new and exciting and revolutionary and you can probably get a career in it. 3) Anything invented after you're 35 is again the natural order of things --- Douglas Adams On Apr 6, 2010, at 11:23 AM, Mitch Mueller wrote: You should just have to unblock www.skype.com. That is all I did with Lightspeed. Mitch Mueller Network Administrator Emmetsburg Community Schools 205 King Street Emmetsburg, Ia 50536 mmuel...@emmetsburg.k12.ia.us http://www.emmetsburg.k12.ia.us http://ehawktech.blogspot.com Twitter: mmueller0926 -Original Message- From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us ] On Behalf Of Karl Hehr Sent: Tuesday, April 06, 2010 11:15 AM To: Info-Tech Subject: [info-tech] Skype We are going to pilot allowing Skype on student/teacher laptops, but something is getting blocked. Do any of you guys know what URLs and ports that Skype uses? Karl H. Hehr Technology/Curriculum Director South Hamilton CSD www.s-hamilton.k12.ia.us 515.827.5418 (W) 515.209.9767 (C) 515.827.5368 (F) Luddite by Degrees 1) Anything that is in the world when you're born is normal and ordinary and is just
[info-tech] skype (or other suggestion)
Greetings to another before the storm again day! The beauty, however, has made it all bearable. Here's the deal: an elementary student was diagnosed with cancer several months ago, will be starting his chemo treatments again shortly. It was suggested maybe we could use Skype and he could connect with the classroom while he is in Iowa City this time around. I know enough about Skype to know the general workings . . . but not enough to say this is the way to go or to even know what things may we need to make this a go? (no, I haven't skyped yet -- I finally joined facebook and twitter within the past few months--baby steps!) Ideas . . . suggestions . . . . equipment needed . . . . anything to get me going in the right direction with this? Teacher has a MacBook Pro with 10.40.11 Appreciate the help! Jackie --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ -
RE: [info-tech] skype (or other suggestion)
We have used Skype with success from long term hospitals and other continents. I'm not all that familiar with Mac's but a headset would be a solid investment for the student. A projector or a big screen monitor seems appropriate for the classroom. The classroom should be able to get by with a simple condenser microphone, and if there is a built in camera you should be set. -Original Message- From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Jackie Fonley Sent: Tuesday, January 19, 2010 3:26 PM To: Info Tech Subject: [info-tech] skype (or other suggestion) Greetings to another before the storm again day! The beauty, however, has made it all bearable. Here's the deal: an elementary student was diagnosed with cancer several months ago, will be starting his chemo treatments again shortly. It was suggested maybe we could use Skype and he could connect with the classroom while he is in Iowa City this time around. I know enough about Skype to know the general workings . . . but not enough to say this is the way to go or to even know what things may we need to make this a go? (no, I haven't skyped yet -- I finally joined facebook and twitter within the past few months--baby steps!) Ideas . . . suggestions . . . . equipment needed . . . . anything to get me going in the right direction with this? Teacher has a MacBook Pro with 10.40.11 Appreciate the help! Jackie --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ -
RE: [info-tech] skype (or other suggestion)
We had a little girl in the Middle School with cancer and purchased some Linksys cameras and put them in the classrooms. Opened up in a limited fashion the firewall to the website on the cameras. From her hospital bed she could Pan and Zoom in on the instructional area and some parts of the classrooms and could hear the teacher well. Worked really great for a couple of years until she got better and now attends class. Cost about $1000.00 for 4 cameras. -Original Message- From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Jackie Fonley Sent: Tuesday, January 19, 2010 3:26 PM To: Info Tech Subject: [info-tech] skype (or other suggestion) Greetings to another before the storm again day! The beauty, however, has made it all bearable. Here's the deal: an elementary student was diagnosed with cancer several months ago, will be starting his chemo treatments again shortly. It was suggested maybe we could use Skype and he could connect with the classroom while he is in Iowa City this time around. I know enough about Skype to know the general workings . . . but not enough to say this is the way to go or to even know what things may we need to make this a go? (no, I haven't skyped yet -- I finally joined facebook and twitter within the past few months--baby steps!) Ideas . . . suggestions . . . . equipment needed . . . . anything to get me going in the right direction with this? Teacher has a MacBook Pro with 10.40.11 Appreciate the help! Jackie --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ -
Re: [info-tech] skype (or other suggestion)
Skype would be a definite possibility. I know that some folks have some issues with the security and Skype's desire to use all your bandwidth, but it should be great for this. Another option would be to send a MacBOok with the kid and have him use iChat. Using iChat would allow for desktop and document sharing. If you want to try Skype I know that there are a few of us that can help you test it out. Karl H. Hehr Technology/Curriculum Director South Hamilton CSD www.s-hamilton.k12.ia.us 515.827.5418 (W) 515.209.9767 (C) 515.827.5368 (F) Luddite by Degrees 1) Anything that is in the world when you're born is normal and ordinary and is just a natural part of the way the world works. 2) Anything that's invented between when you're 15 and 35 is new and exciting and revolutionary and you can probably get a career in it. 3) Anything invented after you're 35 is again the natural order of things --- Douglas Adams On Jan 19, 2010, at 3:25 PM, Jackie Fonley wrote: Greetings to another before the storm again day! The beauty, however, has made it all bearable. Here's the deal: an elementary student was diagnosed with cancer several months ago, will be starting his chemo treatments again shortly. It was suggested maybe we could use Skype and he could connect with the classroom while he is in Iowa City this time around. I know enough about Skype to know the general workings . . . but not enough to say this is the way to go or to even know what things may we need to make this a go? (no, I haven't skyped yet -- I finally joined facebook and twitter within the past few months--baby steps!) Ideas . . . suggestions . . . . equipment needed . . . . anything to get me going in the right direction with this? Teacher has a MacBook Pro with 10.40.11 Appreciate the help! Jackie --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ -
RE: [info-tech] skype (or other suggestion)
Contact Lisa Schaa at Stratford Elementary School (is whole grade sharing with Webster City.) I understand that she has used Skype with an entire class. She could give you advice on camera, microphone and setup. Her email is lsc...@stratford.k12.ia.us John Kidney -Original Message- From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Jackie Fonley Sent: Tuesday, January 19, 2010 3:26 PM To: Info Tech Subject: [info-tech] skype (or other suggestion) Greetings to another before the storm again day! The beauty, however, has made it all bearable. Here's the deal: an elementary student was diagnosed with cancer several months ago, will be starting his chemo treatments again shortly. It was suggested maybe we could use Skype and he could connect with the classroom while he is in Iowa City this time around. I know enough about Skype to know the general workings . . . but not enough to say this is the way to go or to even know what things may we need to make this a go? (no, I haven't skyped yet -- I finally joined facebook and twitter within the past few months--baby steps!) Ideas . . . suggestions . . . . equipment needed . . . . anything to get me going in the right direction with this? Teacher has a MacBook Pro with 10.40.11 Appreciate the help! Jackie --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ -
Re: [info-tech] skype (or other suggestion)
Jackie, If you find something that you think really works well, please share it. I use skype to see my grandkids and also to talk to Scott F and David Herzog at MCP - occasionally. We found that you can show your desktop to the other side. I have also showed video from my flip video camera from my desktop and it works great. You can hear the videos audio and at the same time here both sides of the skype call. As long as you have a strong connection signal the call goes well. My son in Monterey, Ca has a poor signal and it breaks up all the time. The other problem is that each side has to move slowly or you get pixillation. Good luck with this adventure. What is your skype address? Bud Carruthers On Jan 19, 2010, at 3:25 PM, Jackie Fonley wrote: Greetings to another before the storm again day! The beauty, however, has made it all bearable. Here's the deal: an elementary student was diagnosed with cancer several months ago, will be starting his chemo treatments again shortly. It was suggested maybe we could use Skype and he could connect with the classroom while he is in Iowa City this time around. I know enough about Skype to know the general workings . . . but not enough to say this is the way to go or to even know what things may we need to make this a go? (no, I haven't skyped yet -- I finally joined facebook and twitter within the past few months--baby steps!) Ideas . . . suggestions . . . . equipment needed . . . . anything to get me going in the right direction with this? Teacher has a MacBook Pro with 10.40.11 Appreciate the help! Jackie --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - Bud Carruthers, Coordinator x1157 Mary Allaman, Secretary x1287 AVComputer Co-op http://av.co-op.k12.ia.us Iowa Educators Consortium www.iec-ia.org 3601 West Avenue Road Burlington, Iowa 52601 319-753-6561 319-752-7525 fax bcarruth...@iec-ia.org --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ -
RE: [info-tech] skype (or other suggestion)
I think I have to vote for Skype here. We've used it for a number of things, and I like that it's simple, familiar and cross-platform. The latest version of Skype does screen sharing. --- Timothy A. Limbert Technology Coordinator Newell-Fonda CSD 712.272.3324 --- http://newell-fondatech.blogspot.com iChat/AIM: tlimbert65 Twitter: limbert65 Skype: limbert_65 -Original Message- From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Karl Hehr Sent: Tuesday, January 19, 2010 3:37 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: Re: [info-tech] skype (or other suggestion) Skype would be a definite possibility. I know that some folks have some issues with the security and Skype's desire to use all your bandwidth, but it should be great for this. Another option would be to send a MacBOok with the kid and have him use iChat. Using iChat would allow for desktop and document sharing. If you want to try Skype I know that there are a few of us that can help you test it out. Karl H. Hehr Technology/Curriculum Director South Hamilton CSD www.s-hamilton.k12.ia.us 515.827.5418 (W) 515.209.9767 (C) 515.827.5368 (F) Luddite by Degrees 1) Anything that is in the world when you're born is normal and ordinary and is just a natural part of the way the world works. 2) Anything that's invented between when you're 15 and 35 is new and exciting and revolutionary and you can probably get a career in it. 3) Anything invented after you're 35 is again the natural order of things --- Douglas Adams On Jan 19, 2010, at 3:25 PM, Jackie Fonley wrote: Greetings to another before the storm again day! The beauty, however, has made it all bearable. Here's the deal: an elementary student was diagnosed with cancer several months ago, will be starting his chemo treatments again shortly. It was suggested maybe we could use Skype and he could connect with the classroom while he is in Iowa City this time around. I know enough about Skype to know the general workings . . . but not enough to say this is the way to go or to even know what things may we need to make this a go? (no, I haven't skyped yet -- I finally joined facebook and twitter within the past few months--baby steps!) Ideas . . . suggestions . . . . equipment needed . . . . anything to get me going in the right direction with this? Teacher has a MacBook Pro with 10.40.11 Appreciate the help! Jackie --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ -
Re: [info-tech] skype (or other suggestion)
iChat does allow for 3, what about ooVoo? I haven't played with it in awhile but I thought it allowed 3 as well. Karl H. Hehr Technology/Curriculum Director South Hamilton CSD www.s-hamilton.k12.ia.us 515.827.5418 (W) 515.209.9767 (C) 515.827.5368 (F) Luddite by Degrees 1) Anything that is in the world when you're born is normal and ordinary and is just a natural part of the way the world works. 2) Anything that's invented between when you're 15 and 35 is new and exciting and revolutionary and you can probably get a career in it. 3) Anything invented after you're 35 is again the natural order of things --- Douglas Adams On Jan 19, 2010, at 3:58 PM, Frerichs, Chad wrote: I'm with Tim. Skype is great as long as it is just a 2 way conversation. I still wish there was a good, free tool for video conferencing of 3 or more people. Chad Frerichs Director of Technology Okoboji Community Schools -Original Message- From: Timothy A. Limbert [mailto:limbe...@newell-fonda.k12.ia.us] Sent: Tuesday, January 19, 2010 3:54 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] skype (or other suggestion) I think I have to vote for Skype here. We've used it for a number of things, and I like that it's simple, familiar and cross-platform. The latest version of Skype does screen sharing. --- Timothy A. Limbert Technology Coordinator Newell-Fonda CSD 712.272.3324 --- http://newell-fondatech.blogspot.com iChat/AIM: tlimbert65 Twitter: limbert65 Skype: limbert_65 -Original Message- From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Karl Hehr Sent: Tuesday, January 19, 2010 3:37 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: Re: [info-tech] skype (or other suggestion) Skype would be a definite possibility. I know that some folks have some issues with the security and Skype's desire to use all your bandwidth, but it should be great for this. Another option would be to send a MacBOok with the kid and have him use iChat. Using iChat would allow for desktop and document sharing. If you want to try Skype I know that there are a few of us that can help you test it out. Karl H. Hehr Technology/Curriculum Director South Hamilton CSD www.s-hamilton.k12.ia.us 515.827.5418 (W) 515.209.9767 (C) 515.827.5368 (F) Luddite by Degrees 1) Anything that is in the world when you're born is normal and ordinary and is just a natural part of the way the world works. 2) Anything that's invented between when you're 15 and 35 is new and exciting and revolutionary and you can probably get a career in it. 3) Anything invented after you're 35 is again the natural order of things --- Douglas Adams On Jan 19, 2010, at 3:25 PM, Jackie Fonley wrote: Greetings to another before the storm again day! The beauty, however, has made it all bearable. Here's the deal: an elementary student was diagnosed with cancer several months ago, will be starting his chemo treatments again shortly. It was suggested maybe we could use Skype and he could connect with the classroom while he is in Iowa City this time around. I know enough about Skype to know the general workings . . . but not enough to say this is the way to go or to even know what things may we need to make this a go? (no, I haven't skyped yet -- I finally joined facebook and twitter within the past few months--baby steps!) Ideas . . . suggestions . . . . equipment needed . . . . anything to get me going in the right direction with this? Teacher has a MacBook Pro with 10.40.11 Appreciate the help! Jackie --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus
Re: [info-tech] skype (or other suggestion)
ooVoo is supposed to do 3 or more but I have not tried that. I have an oovoo home account. Bud Carruthers On Jan 19, 2010, at 4:24 PM, Karl Hehr wrote: iChat does allow for 3, what about ooVoo? I haven't played with it in awhile but I thought it allowed 3 as well. Karl H. Hehr Technology/Curriculum Director South Hamilton CSD www.s-hamilton.k12.ia.us 515.827.5418 (W) 515.209.9767 (C) 515.827.5368 (F) Luddite by Degrees 1) Anything that is in the world when you're born is normal and ordinary and is just a natural part of the way the world works. 2) Anything that's invented between when you're 15 and 35 is new and exciting and revolutionary and you can probably get a career in it. 3) Anything invented after you're 35 is again the natural order of things --- Douglas Adams On Jan 19, 2010, at 3:58 PM, Frerichs, Chad wrote: I'm with Tim. Skype is great as long as it is just a 2 way conversation. I still wish there was a good, free tool for video conferencing of 3 or more people. Chad Frerichs Director of Technology Okoboji Community Schools -Original Message- From: Timothy A. Limbert [mailto:limbe...@newell-fonda.k12.ia.us] Sent: Tuesday, January 19, 2010 3:54 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] skype (or other suggestion) I think I have to vote for Skype here. We've used it for a number of things, and I like that it's simple, familiar and cross-platform. The latest version of Skype does screen sharing. --- Timothy A. Limbert Technology Coordinator Newell-Fonda CSD 712.272.3324 --- http://newell-fondatech.blogspot.com iChat/AIM: tlimbert65 Twitter: limbert65 Skype: limbert_65 -Original Message- From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Karl Hehr Sent: Tuesday, January 19, 2010 3:37 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: Re: [info-tech] skype (or other suggestion) Skype would be a definite possibility. I know that some folks have some issues with the security and Skype's desire to use all your bandwidth, but it should be great for this. Another option would be to send a MacBOok with the kid and have him use iChat. Using iChat would allow for desktop and document sharing. If you want to try Skype I know that there are a few of us that can help you test it out. Karl H. Hehr Technology/Curriculum Director South Hamilton CSD www.s-hamilton.k12.ia.us 515.827.5418 (W) 515.209.9767 (C) 515.827.5368 (F) Luddite by Degrees 1) Anything that is in the world when you're born is normal and ordinary and is just a natural part of the way the world works. 2) Anything that's invented between when you're 15 and 35 is new and exciting and revolutionary and you can probably get a career in it. 3) Anything invented after you're 35 is again the natural order of things --- Douglas Adams On Jan 19, 2010, at 3:25 PM, Jackie Fonley wrote: Greetings to another before the storm again day! The beauty, however, has made it all bearable. Here's the deal: an elementary student was diagnosed with cancer several months ago, will be starting his chemo treatments again shortly. It was suggested maybe we could use Skype and he could connect with the classroom while he is in Iowa City this time around. I know enough about Skype to know the general workings . . . but not enough to say this is the way to go or to even know what things may we need to make this a go? (no, I haven't skyped yet -- I finally joined facebook and twitter within the past few months--baby steps!) Ideas . . . suggestions . . . . equipment needed . . . . anything to get me going in the right direction with this? Teacher has a MacBook Pro with 10.40.11 Appreciate the help! Jackie --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http
RE: [info-tech] skype (or other suggestion)
ooVoo only does 2 now for free. You can pay to do more. -Original Message- From: Bud Carruthers [mailto:bcarruth...@iec-ia.org] Sent: Tuesday, January 19, 2010 4:26 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: Re: [info-tech] skype (or other suggestion) ooVoo is supposed to do 3 or more but I have not tried that. I have an oovoo home account. Bud Carruthers On Jan 19, 2010, at 4:24 PM, Karl Hehr wrote: iChat does allow for 3, what about ooVoo? I haven't played with it in awhile but I thought it allowed 3 as well. Karl H. Hehr Technology/Curriculum Director South Hamilton CSD www.s-hamilton.k12.ia.us 515.827.5418 (W) 515.209.9767 (C) 515.827.5368 (F) Luddite by Degrees 1) Anything that is in the world when you're born is normal and ordinary and is just a natural part of the way the world works. 2) Anything that's invented between when you're 15 and 35 is new and exciting and revolutionary and you can probably get a career in it. 3) Anything invented after you're 35 is again the natural order of things --- Douglas Adams On Jan 19, 2010, at 3:58 PM, Frerichs, Chad wrote: I'm with Tim. Skype is great as long as it is just a 2 way conversation. I still wish there was a good, free tool for video conferencing of 3 or more people. Chad Frerichs Director of Technology Okoboji Community Schools -Original Message- From: Timothy A. Limbert [mailto:limbe...@newell-fonda.k12.ia.us] Sent: Tuesday, January 19, 2010 3:54 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] skype (or other suggestion) I think I have to vote for Skype here. We've used it for a number of things, and I like that it's simple, familiar and cross-platform. The latest version of Skype does screen sharing. --- Timothy A. Limbert Technology Coordinator Newell-Fonda CSD 712.272.3324 --- http://newell-fondatech.blogspot.com iChat/AIM: tlimbert65 Twitter: limbert65 Skype: limbert_65 -Original Message- From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Karl Hehr Sent: Tuesday, January 19, 2010 3:37 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: Re: [info-tech] skype (or other suggestion) Skype would be a definite possibility. I know that some folks have some issues with the security and Skype's desire to use all your bandwidth, but it should be great for this. Another option would be to send a MacBOok with the kid and have him use iChat. Using iChat would allow for desktop and document sharing. If you want to try Skype I know that there are a few of us that can help you test it out. Karl H. Hehr Technology/Curriculum Director South Hamilton CSD www.s-hamilton.k12.ia.us 515.827.5418 (W) 515.209.9767 (C) 515.827.5368 (F) Luddite by Degrees 1) Anything that is in the world when you're born is normal and ordinary and is just a natural part of the way the world works. 2) Anything that's invented between when you're 15 and 35 is new and exciting and revolutionary and you can probably get a career in it. 3) Anything invented after you're 35 is again the natural order of things --- Douglas Adams On Jan 19, 2010, at 3:25 PM, Jackie Fonley wrote: Greetings to another before the storm again day! The beauty, however, has made it all bearable. Here's the deal: an elementary student was diagnosed with cancer several months ago, will be starting his chemo treatments again shortly. It was suggested maybe we could use Skype and he could connect with the classroom while he is in Iowa City this time around. I know enough about Skype to know the general workings . . . but not enough to say this is the way to go or to even know what things may we need to make this a go? (no, I haven't skyped yet -- I finally joined facebook and twitter within the past few months--baby steps!) Ideas . . . suggestions . . . . equipment needed . . . . anything to get me going in the right direction with this? Teacher has a MacBook Pro with 10.40.11 Appreciate the help! Jackie --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us
[info-tech] Skype and boardrooms
I am looking for a webcam to use for Skype in a boardroom or larger setting that has a sufficient built-in microphone. I have discovered a few options, but I am wondering what others might be using for this purpose. Thanks, Chad Frerichs Director of Technology Okoboji Community Schools
RE: [info-tech] Skype and boardrooms
Chad, check out the Philips cameras. They make a few that have external mics, which you could place for the best reception. From: Frerichs, Chad [mailto:cfreri...@okoboji.k12.ia.us] Sent: Wednesday, December 16, 2009 11:25 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: [info-tech] Skype and boardrooms I am looking for a webcam to use for Skype in a boardroom or larger setting that has a sufficient built-in microphone. I have discovered a few options, but I am wondering what others might be using for this purpose. Thanks, Chad Frerichs Director of Technology Okoboji Community Schools
RE: [info-tech] Skype and boardrooms
This one actually has two microphones: http://www.consumer.philips.com/c/webcams-headsets/pro-spc1330nc_27/prd/ us/ While this one has an external mic: http://www.consumer.philips.com/c/webcams-headsets/easy-spc230nc_27/prd/ us/ From: Stanzel, Matt Sent: Wednesday, December 16, 2009 11:32 AM To: 'info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us' Subject: RE: [info-tech] Skype and boardrooms Chad, check out the Philips cameras. They make a few that have external mics, which you could place for the best reception. From: Frerichs, Chad [mailto:cfreri...@okoboji.k12.ia.us] Sent: Wednesday, December 16, 2009 11:25 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: [info-tech] Skype and boardrooms I am looking for a webcam to use for Skype in a boardroom or larger setting that has a sufficient built-in microphone. I have discovered a few options, but I am wondering what others might be using for this purpose. Thanks, Chad Frerichs Director of Technology Okoboji Community Schools
RE: [info-tech] Skype and boardrooms
Chad- West Des Moines talked about using the Lumens Flex Cams (the red ladybug as our District now knows them by) as a Skype camera. Can't vouch for it, and don't know about the microphone idea either. But, it is on my list of things to check out. Jeremy From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Frerichs, Chad Sent: Wednesday, December 16, 2009 11:25 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: [info-tech] Skype and boardrooms I am looking for a webcam to use for Skype in a boardroom or larger setting that has a sufficient built-in microphone. I have discovered a few options, but I am wondering what others might be using for this purpose. Thanks, Chad Frerichs Director of Technology Okoboji Community Schools
Re: [info-tech] Skype and boardrooms
Logitech Quickcam 9000. We just worked with one in the boardroom last night. It worked great right up until he lost connection in Des Moines... Jim Kerns, Technology Director Spencer Community Schools 23 East 7th St P.O. Box 200 Spencer, Iowa 51301 jke...@spencer.k12.ia.us 712.262.0339 FAX 712.262.1116 Frerichs, Chad cfreri...@okoboji.k12.ia.us 12/16/2009 11:25 AM I am looking for a webcam to use for Skype in a boardroom or larger setting that has a sufficient built-in microphone. I have discovered a few options, but I am wondering what others might be using for this purpose. Thanks, Chad Frerichs Director of Technology Okoboji Community Schools
RE: [info-tech] Skype?
My office staff uses it and loves it, but I don't get that much chance to sit down and use a computer during the day. -Original Message- From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us on behalf of Frerichs, Chad Sent: Wed 8/5/2009 1:47 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: [info-tech] Skype? Do any of you Skype? Could be handy for 1 to 1 questions. Chad Frerichs Director of Technology Okoboji Community Schools winmail.dat
[info-tech] Skype?
Do any of you Skype? Could be handy for 1 to 1 questions. Chad Frerichs Director of Technology Okoboji Community Schools
Re: [info-tech] Skype?
Chad, I use Skype personally to stay in touch with my daughter who is currently studying in Egypt. I have visited with a couple of teachers who will be teaching ancient civilizations with their middle school students, and there is a possibility my daughter might Skype with a class or two to talk about what she has seen and to compare/contrast her impressions of modern Egypt with ancient Egypt. We also have some of our AEA SLPs set up to do some therapy using Skype this year. ksa From: Frerichs, Chad Sent: Wednesday, August 05, 2009 1:47 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: [info-tech] Skype? Do any of you Skype? Could be handy for 1 to 1 questions. Chad Frerichs Director of Technology Okoboji Community Schools Karen Appleton Instructional Media/Technology Consultant Zones 1-2-3 Prairie Lakes AEA 8 23 East Seventh Street Spencer, Iowa 51301 712.262.4704 or 866.540.3860 fax: 712.262.5114 If we did all the things that we are capable of doing, we would literally astound ourselves. ~ Thomas Alva Edison (1847-1931) Prairie Lakes AEA 8 is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action (EEO/AA) employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, gender, disability, religion, age, political party affiliation, or actual or potential parental, family or marital status. Questions or grievances related to this policy may be addressed to Steve Beeghley, Equity Coordinator, 500 6th St. NE, Pocahontas, Iowa 50574. Phone (712) 335-3588 ext. 2016. Email: sbeegh...@aea8.k12.ia.us
Re: [info-tech] Skype?
The info on the following link could become an issue with Skype. http://www.theage.com.au/technology/biz-tech/shock-threat-to-shut-skype-20090731-e3qe.html From: Frerichs, Chad Sent: Wednesday, August 05, 2009 1:47 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: [info-tech] Skype? Do any of you Skype? Could be handy for 1 to 1 questions. Chad Frerichs Director of Technology Okoboji Community Schools
RE: [info-tech] Skype?
We have used it for our Project Lead the Way classes to collaborate with districts across the United States. Brett From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Mitch Mueller Sent: Wednesday, August 05, 2009 2:47 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] Skype? I personally use it and love it. Works great to talk to anyone. And yes I think it would work great for one to one questions. Just my two cents. Mitch Mueller From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Frerichs, Chad Sent: Wednesday, August 05, 2009 1:48 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: [info-tech] Skype? Do any of you Skype? Could be handy for 1 to 1 questions. Chad Frerichs Director of Technology Okoboji Community Schools